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1Shepherd University.
Background And Purpose:
A woman's perception of the childbirth experience has not been adequately measured. The purpose of the Women's Experience in Childbirth Survey (WECS) is to provide a comprehensive measure of the experience for women having a vaginal birth.
Methods:
A cross-sectional design with 302 postpartum women analyzed the psychometric properties of the WECS. Validity was assessed using exploratory factor analysis and correlation to a self-rating of the overall experience.
Results:
Exploratory factor analysis identified four subscales consistent with the organizing framework. WECS scores and self-rated experience were significantly correlated r = .51, p < .01. Internal consistency α = .86 and temporal stability (r = .88, p < .001) are adequate.
Conclusion:
Initial analysis indicates sufficient reliability and validity for further development and testing.
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